Securing your computer, Security cable lock, Passwords – Dell Latitude D531 (Mid 2007) User Manual

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Securing Your Computer

Securing Your Computer

NOTE:

For information on how to secure your computer while traveling, see "Traveling With Your Computer"

Security Cable Lock

NOTICE:

Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable slot on your

computer.

NOTE:

Your computer does not ship with a security cable lock.

\A security cable lock is a commercially available antitheft device. To use the lock, attach it to the

security cable slot on your Dell™ computer. For more information, see the instructions included

with the device.

Passwords

NOTE:

Passwords are disabled when you receive your computer.

A primary password, an administrator password, and a hard drive password all prevent unauthorized

access to your computer in different ways. The following table identifies types and features of

passwords available on your computer.